Yard Worker

Clay Today; Spring (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan opportunities

Stable, long-term employment

Job summary

Clay Today in Cold Spring is seeking a dependable Yard Worker to join our wholesale distribution team. You will help maintain an organized yard and warehouse, operate forklifts, assist drivers and customers, and ensure inventory accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-conscious, mechanically inclined, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. This full-time role offers health benefits, PTO, and retirement plan opportunities.

Qualifications

• Prior forklift, warehouse, yard, or construction supply experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Forklift certification is a plus (or willingness to be trained).

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Load and unload trucks efficiently and safely.
• Pull, stage, and verify customer orders accurately.
• Assist customers and contractors with pickups and product loading.
• Receive incoming inventory and verify shipments against packing slips.
• Organize and maintain inventory in the yard and warehouse.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Work closely with warehouse, sales, and delivery staff to support daily operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Inventory management

Outdoor work

Team player

Job description

Yard Worker / Yard Associate

Wholesale Distributor – Water, Sewer, Storm & Septic Products

Location: Cold Spring

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Yard Worker to join our wholesale distribution team. This position is responsible for maintaining an organized yard and warehouse, operating forklifts and material handling equipment, maintaining inventory accuracy, assisting customers and drivers, and helping maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of both the yard and office facilities.

The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-conscious, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment
• Load and unload trucks efficiently and safely
• Pull, stage, and verify customer orders accurately
• Assist customers and contractors with pickups and product loading
• Receive incoming inventory and verify shipments against packing slips
• Organize and maintain inventory in the yard and warehouse
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory counts
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the yard, warehouse, and storage areas
• Help maintain the office building and property, including general upkeep, cleanup, and light maintenance tasks
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and free of hazards
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines
• Work closely with warehouse, sales, and delivery staff to support daily operations

Qualifications

• Prior forklift, warehouse, yard, or construction supply experience preferred
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate forklifts and equipment
• Strong organizational and inventory management skills
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Forklift certification is a plus (or willingness to be trained)

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting, bending, standing, walking, and climbing
• Ability to safely handle heavy and oversized materials
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors year-round

Schedule

Full-time Monday–Friday Overtime available during busy seasons

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health insurance options
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan opportunities
• Stable, long-term employment opportunity

About Us

We are a wholesale distributor serving contractors, municipalities, and utility professionals with water, sewer, storm drainage, and septic products throughout the region. We pride ourselves on reliability, customer service, teamwork, and maintaining a safe and organized workplace.